1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1959 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Seville. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Continental | 1959 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Continental | Seville |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3310 mm |